Literacy facilitator

TITLE: Literacy Facilitator

AREA: Operations

PILAR: Educational Pillar

Reports to: Educational Coordinator

STATUS

o Full time - Hourly o Full time - Salary ü Part Time - Hourly

Clasification (Flsa): o Exempt ü Non-Exempt

General description

Work with youth and adults, including young adults who are out of school, to improve literacy and strengthen basic skills in interest areas such as academic literacy, digital literacy, functional literacy, family literacy, financial literacy, art literacy, etc. Assist participants in learning or gaining a high level of skills. Prepare and present lessons on various literacy components, assessing participants’ capabilities, and fostering a positive learning environment. Literacy instructors play a vital role in empowering individuals, shaping their minds, and fostering a lifelong love for learning that will help them become literate and actively participate in society.

Tasks and detailed work activities

Experience, education, skills & knowledge required

• 60+ approved credits or a BA in Andragogy, Counseling, Education, or any other related field from an accredited University or Post-Secondary institution.
• 2+ years equivalent work experience in the field preferred.
• Background in youth education component or prior connection with the community and/or the population being served preferred.
• Ability to motivate by maintaining a visible, approachable, and positive outlook in the handling of situations.
• Ability to research and abstract relevant educational developments.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time well.
• Ability to deliver workshops and trainings.
• Education and Training — Knowledge of teaching individuals and groups and measuring of progress.
• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content to comprehend the English language.
• Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Physical requirements & work environment

• Normal academic environment with some travels to other Club locations throughout Puerto Rico.
• Visits to the community.
• Availability to engage on evenings and weekends.
• Minimal physical effort in a controlled environment is required.

Disclaimer

• The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.
• An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.